Skimmer Tours - Salt Marsh Safari

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  • Experience a unique eco-cruise through Cape May's pristine wetlands on The Skimmer
  • Interact with diverse wildlife including birds, dolphins, turtles, and sea creatures
  • Enjoy an informative yet entertaining tour led by knowledgeable guides

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Know before you go.

  • Consider taking both morning and evening tours to experience different focuses like bird watching or sunset views
  • If interested in birding or nature photography, opt for sunset trips for amazing views of shorebirds
  • Book in advance as this is a popular annual event for many families visiting Cape May
  • For those prone to seasickness or discomfort on boats, it's recommended to visit restrooms before boarding due to limited space onboard

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Sep 3, 2017 | Activities

salt marsh tour cape may

A terrific way to experience nature... Kayakers will paddle through flat-water trails and open waterways of the Cape May Salt Marsh. Tours last approximately 1 ½ - 2 hours depending on the tides.  

Tour Times - Daily (Reservations recommended)

Early Morning Paddle:8:30 am

Mid-Morning Paddle:10:30 am

Sunset Tours:Please call for departure times.

Kayak and Paddleboard rentals available open to close. Reservations not required for rentals.

Please call for departure times.

Optional items to take with you on your excursion:

Hat or visor

Change of clothes

RATES FOR KAYAKS AND PADDLEBOARDS  

Tours 

Available for 1 hour, 2 hours or entire day (24 hours)

Single:             $20        $30            $55

Double:           $30        $40            $65

* after 2nd hour each additional hour is $5

Try our new Stand up Paddle Boards

Great for a day at the beach or the flat waters of the back bays. 

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2021 Full Moon Tour Schedule

Tour times - full moon tours  , enjoy the mysteries of the evening as day turns to dusk on the beautiful waters of the salt marsh.  see the spectacular sunset and then the magnificent moonrise., thursday june 24th strawberry moon, saturday july 24th buck moon, sunday august 22nd sturgeon moon, monday sept 20th harvest moon.

RESERVATIONS  

Reservations are highly recommended for all kayak tours

What to Bring

Hat / Sunglasses

Camera (we have dry bags)

H20 / snacks

Clothing that can get wet

What You May Discover in the Salt Marsh

Bald Eagles

Fiddler Crabs

Blue Claw Crabs

Horseshoe Crabs

How to Make Reservations

Phone:  Call us at 609-884-1224

    

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